Two men, one aged 42 and another whose age was not disclosed, died in a gunfight that unfolded in the La Estrella de neighborhood of Albacete around 20:00 this Wednesday evening. The incident also left two additional people injured, prompting a rapid response from local authorities and emergency services.
The Government Delegation in Castilla-La Mancha confirmed to EFE that the 42-year-old man was initially reported dead, but later authorities verified that two people had lost their lives in the clash. The sequence of events has sparked questions about what sparked the confrontation and how quickly authorities were able to respond to the evolving situation.
Officials from the National Police opened an investigation to clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Investigators are inspecting the area, collecting statements from witnesses, and reviewing any available surveillance footage to establish a precise timeline and determine potential perpetrators and motives.
Early indications point to a dispute between families as the likely trigger for the violence. Local residents expressed shock at the rapid eruption of gunfire in a quiet neighborhood and emphasized the impact on the community, including residents who witnessed the exchange or were aware of tensions between the groups involved.
Sescam health system sources informed EFE that two injured individuals were transported to the Albacete General University Hospital. Their current health status has not been disclosed publicly, and hospital teams are monitoring them closely as more information becomes available from the police investigation. Medical staff prepared to provide ongoing updates on the patients’ conditions as the situation evolves, while authorities work to ensure accountability and public safety.